What does the Spanish restaurant experience involve?
Our team of qualified, DBS checked language teachers create the ambience of Spain through language, food, drink, music and props in our restaurant near to Cannock (WS12 2DN.) This allows your students to experience a taste of Spain without leaving the country.
Students gain an insight into Spanish culture and gain the opportunity of using the language they are learning by completing our carefully structured language activities. Our sessions are practical, enjoyable and motivating!
We cater for both primary and secondary students.
The Spanish breakfast session lasts 90 minutes and the Spanish three course lunch experience lasts 2.5 hours.
The price includes:
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A Spanish continental breakfast with a selection of tapas / three course meal which is ordered all ordered in Spanish.
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Language activities to promote spontaneous speaking, increase confidence in the language and (for KS4 students) develop the skills required for success at GCSE level.
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Certificate of participation for each student
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Staff food and drink free of charge
Why Choose Our French Restaurant Experience?
Bring the flavours and language of Spain to your students without the logistical headache or financial burden of a trip abroad.
Key Benefits for Your School
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Boosts Confidence: Promotes a "can-do" attitude and encourages spontaneous speaking in a low-stakes, real-world setting.
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Cultural Capital: Enhances cultural awareness and brings the subject to life by giving the language a real-world purpose.
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Bridge the Gap: Students return to the classroom realizing Spanish is a living language, not just an academic subject.
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Departmental PR: We provide ample photo opportunities to help you showcase your MFL department in newsletters and on social media.
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Pure Enjoyment: A stress-free, fun experience for both students and staff!
What are people saying?
Here are some of the things the teachers said:
"They have enjoyed the experience of eating Spanish food and interacting with staff who only speak in Spanish as well as the environment and the activities. The students gained confidence to speak in Spanish as well as learning new vocabulary that they will remember for a long time."
"They gained cultural capital and used Spanish for a real purpose."
The feedback from the students was positive too:
"I've enjoyed the food and interacting with the waiters in Spanish. Actually talking to someone in Spanish helped my confidence and my fluency."
"I had to speak Spanish to order my food which made me more confident."
"I have enjoyed stepping out of my comfort zone by speaking Spanish in public."
When asked if they felt their Spanish or their confidence using the language had improved, they said:
"Yes, because when I was ordering food I was understandable."
"Yes, because I have been speaking it all day."
"Yes, I have started to worry less about what I’m saying."
If you would like to receive a quote for a visit, please contact jane@jlhlanguages.org or go to our How To Book page.